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Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette Convertible
Year1998
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5666 ccm (345.74 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5666 ccm (345.74 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power349.80 PS (257 kW or 345 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque475.00 Nm (48.4 kgf-m or 350.4 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.1:1
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2376 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)
Cargo space394 litres (104 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (496.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 302 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 302 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1472 kg (3,245.2 pounds)
Overall length4570 mm (179.9 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)
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